Hi, again, Zen~

I've also realized about my sister (in relation to your friend), now that it is many, many years later, that over the years, she has exhausted herself just by being the overbearing, judgemental knowologist that she is. As well as losing all her 'friends' along her way. Resulting in a involuntary self-made iscolation. The very sad thing about this result is that she simply cannot see that SHE is the creator of her own reality, leaving her even more angry and bitter...blaming everyone else, of course, for her own shortcomings.

Of course, being my sister, I love her, regardless....but I definately maintain my distance. We live only 15 minutes apart and I see relatives from another state more often than I do my sister. It's sad cuz we were the best of friends in our youth. She's only 3 years younger than me, yet conducts herself as though she is 15-20 years older....even her appearance states that she seems miserable, At one time, our doctor (we share same), mistook sis as my mother.....
Her attitude is far too negative and.....well, she acts far too old for who I am. A definate clash.

I agree with PPatty regarding the parents and business involvement. What is going on with your friend should in NO way influence what business you have with parents. Especially if they remain out of their kid's personal affairs. I wouldn't be so concerned with that creating an issue.
Like PPatty already mentioned, if they do inquire about it, which is unlikely, all you need to say is that "We just don't have much in common anymore." That should suffice.

Again, I wish you the best.

Shangrala